Oral Surgery Blog for Patients
Children and Dental Implants
Childhood is full of scrapes and falls, and unfortunately, sometimes children lose permanent teeth during sports or as a result of other accidents. If your child has had a permanent tooth traumatically lost or extracted due to nonrestorable caries or fracture, you might wonder what to do and what your options are to replace it. […]
Why Choose an Oral Surgeon for Dental Implant Surgery
When selecting a professional to perform dental implant surgery to replace any missing or broken teeth, there is plenty to consider. As you make your decision with the guidance of your dentist, here are a few important points to understand about the advantages of working with an oral surgeon for this procedure: Oral surgeons have […]
Implants vs. Bridges: Which is Better?
Has your dentist recommended looking into a dental bridge or implant to replace one or more of your missing teeth? If so, take the time to understand the differences between these options. Dental implants permanently replace the natural root of the tooth (with a titanium post that connects to your bone) so that the new […]
All-on-4 ™: A Revolutionary Dental Implant Technique
If you wear dentures or need many or all of your teeth replaced, perhaps you’ve been dreading the dental implant procedure—or have been told that you’re not a candidate. Here’s some great news: Bergen Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery offers the All-on-4 ™ dental implant technique, and almost anyone is a candidate. This revolutionary process was […]
Can I Take Antibiotics Before my Dental Procedure?
If you are preparing for a dental procedure, one question that may be on your mind is whether or not you can/should take antibiotics before the procedure. It’s a question our NJ oral surgeons receive often here at Bergen Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, and there are two aspects of the topic to discuss: Antibiotics prescribed […]
Can You Get Dental Implants While Pregnant?
When you become pregnant, your body goes through many physiological changes—and there are a number of activities and procedures you should avoid during this time. A question we often get at Bergen Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery is whether it is safe to get dental implants during pregnancy. The short answer is that you can get […]
Put a Permanent Smile on Your Face with All-On-4®
Have you lost all—or nearly all—your teeth to age, advanced periodontal disease, decay, or injury? Are your removable dentures failing and causing too many problems? Have you been told you are not a candidate for dental implant surgery due to bone loss in your jaw? A good restorative dentistry alternative for patients seeking a different […]
